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Comedian John Ziegler and musician Richie Cannata, both cancer survivors, shared their stories before an audience of about 1,200 fellow survivors at Northwell Health's annual Don Monti Cancer Survivors Day celebration at the R.J. Zuckerberg Cancer Center in Lake Success. NewsdayTV's Drew Scott reports.

Uplifting experience at Don Monti Cancer Survivors Day

Jasmine Miller of Holtsville, who loved spending time at the beach and pools, was shocked to learn that the growth on her heel was melanoma. NewsdayTV's Steve Langford reports.

Skin cancer danger: "My whole world was like, 'Wait ... what?' ''

Ticks, carriers of Lyme disease and other pathogens, are a growing problem on Long Island. Take a look at what researchers are doing to raise awareness. NewsdayTV's Steve Langford reports. 

Ticked off! Problem's getting worse on LI

Lawmakers want Long Islanders to share the message that fentanyl is deadly and are pushing for longer treatment options. NewsdayTV's Cecilia Dowd reports. 

'Need this to stop': Family members who lost loved ones to fentanyl plead for change

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Air quality levels fluctuated throughout Thursday, ranging from "unhealthy for sensitive groups" to "unhealthy" for everyone.

Smoke eases over Long Island, but remains at 'unhealthy' level

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While the air quality on the Island remains poor because of the Canadian wildfires, Long Islanders are keeping on. Joe Aloi of Long Beach just had a stent put in but said, "I'm fine walking around." NewsdayTV's Steve Langford reports.

Air quality still poor, but these work crews and LIers weren't masking up

The vehicle, which cost $130,000 and was funded by federal American Rescue Plan money, is part of a new community response team village officials formed to engage residents and address local needs.

Specially equipped Hempstead Village truck responds to crisis situations

Pets should not be left outside and should be taken out only for regular bathroom breaks, not for exercise.

Wildfire smoke and pets: What to do to keep them safe

Jeffrey Benaim, a Suffolk correction officer and military veteran, started his LI nonprofit after losing colleagues to suicide.

This patriot's feat? Raising mental health awareness for those who serve

The part of the debt ceiling deal imposing new work requirements on older adults seeking food stamps will not impact New York residents this year because of a federal waiver, a spokeswoman for Hochul said.

Hochul aide: New work requirements for food benefits not expected to be felt yet

Some 1,200 cancer survivors gathered for Northwell Health's annual Don Monti Cancer Survivors Day celebration at the R.J. Zuckerberg Cancer Center in Lake Success.

Comedian shares his story with other cancer survivors

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State database shows 1,400 products with likely carcinogen over the permitted levels. NewsdayTV's Steve Langford reports. 

What's under the sink and in your medicine cabinet?

Tyler Gomez, 15, of Selden, will appear in the Netflix documentary "Emergency NYC." The teen underwent a lifesaving kidney transplant, with his father as the donor. Newsday's Steve Langford reports. 

Netflix's 'Emergency NYC' to cover story of Selden teen who got kidney donated from dad

A boom in legal online sports betting is fueling a rise in gambling addiction on Long Island, particularly among young men, experts say. NewsdayTV's Jamie Stuart reports.

Malverne man says he lost more than $200,000 using betting apps

A lot has changed in the three years since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. For those who lost loved ones and for those who have lingering effects from the virus, life seems to have stood still. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

COVID on LI: Three years later 

6 year-old Laney McGowan from Sayville returned home Thursday from a stay in the hospital since just before Christmas. McGowan has Dravet Syndrome, a severe form of genetic epilepsy with symptoms that include seizures and developmental delays.

6-year-old returns home from the hospital for first time since before Christmas

Jose Calix and Gladiys Oliva, of Lake Ronkonkoma, gave birth to triplets Jan. 22 at South Shore University Hospital. The couple spoke Thursday about adjusting to life as parents of triplets.

Lake Ronkonkoma couple talks about having triplets

The shortage of medications such as Ritalin, Adderall and other stimulants used to treat ADHD in children and adults has left people frustrated and angry. NewsdayTV's Steve Langford reports.

ADHD medication shortage 'absolutely heartbreaking and infuriating,' LI mom says

NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island in Mineola launches baby cuddling program and volunteers can sign up to hug babies. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'Even though it's not my baby, I still love these infants'

Newsday's Ken Buffa speaks with a mental health expert about loved ones dealing with grief and depression on Valentine's Day. 

 'Reaching out to somebody who just had a loss is really important.'

The Nassau County Dental Society hosted a dental screening event for more that 1,5000 children on Friday at the Cradle of Aviation Museum in Garden City. In many cases, this was the first time the kids had ever been seen by a dentist.

'We try to do the best we can to help them out'

Long Island parents who have children with underlying conditions speak about the pandemic and "tripledemic" and how it affects them. 

Doctors warn about 'tripledemic' for children with underlying conditions

Kurt Damas of Dix Hills helped co-produce the short film "Speak to Me," aimed at starting a conversation about the stigmas surrounding men's mental health.

Dix Hills artist uses his movie to shine light on men's mental health

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